Offers a history of medical care in the United States, along with statistical charts of past and present attitudes about the issue and a discussion of such current health topics as health insurance, m
Offers a history of immigration in the United States, along with statistical charts of past and present attitudes about the issue and a discussion of various proposals to deal with illegal immigrants
Offers insight as to how the Special Forces survive in harsh jungle conditions during warfare, and summarizes key safety issues such as finding food and water, shelter, and emergency care.
A look at the world's special forces explores five of the most prestigious military units: U.S. Airborne Forces, the Israeli Parachute Corps, Russian Spetsnaz forces, the British SAS, and the Australi
Details the methods used by soldiers to remain undetected by the enemy and to spot enemy soldiers, such as infiltration, night vision, and moving techniques.
Describes the traditional dress of various Indians in North, Central, and South America and relates how the clothes reflect the wearer's lifestyle, climate, and status.
Traces the history and evolution of modern terrorism and examines groups such as Al Qaeda, the Irish Republican Army, and the PLO, as well as such obsure organizations as the Basque separatists in Spa
Discusses the history of various costumes worn in Italy and Switzerland and includes a timeline, list of online sources, and suggestions for further reading, as well as information on the general hist
